Why Start Your Day with a Glass of Water

Without a doubt, it's important to remember to start your day with a glass of water because it is so necessary for your body's health. After the jump, we'll show you some of the benefits of starting your day with a glass of water. Your body will thank you for it!
Why Start Your Day with a Glass of Water
Elisa Morales Lupayante

Written and verified by the pedagogue in physical education and nutritionist Elisa Morales Lupayante.

Last update: 15 December, 2022

Most people know it’s healthy to start your day with a glass of water, but not everyone knows why or remembers to do it. Today, we’re going to tell you why it’s so important for your health, s o that you don’t forget. You might even recommend that others start their day this way, too.

Why should you start your day with a glass of water?

It helps burn calories

An important reason to drink a glass of cool water in the morning is that your body will start a process that brings the water to body temperature. This process can help accelerate your metabolism and burn calories.

Having a metabolism that functions at an appropriate rate is necessary for burning calories. Alternatively, when you don’t drink enough water, your metabolism will slow down to preserve energy. This is because it’s preparing you to deal with a case of dehydration. For this reason, it’s a good idea to start your day with a glass of water to get your body up to a good working speed early.

It reduces caloric consumption

This doesn’t only work in the morning, but rather at any time of day. If you drink enough water, your stomach will give you a sensation of fullness. As a result, you will want to eat less and reduce the amount of calories that you eat. This, rather than filling up your stomach with food. Thus, if you’re someone who needs to lose weight, drinking enough water is another great way to cut your calories.

It eliminates toxins

Your body constantly requires water to remove any toxins that might be in your system. As a result, your skin will acquire the healthy, natural glow of a well-hydrated person.

Read more: Detox Your Body in Three Days with This Diet

It improves the functioning of your digestive system

start your day with a glass of water to help the digestive tract

Drinking enough water can purify your digestive tract. In turn, this can allow you to absorb more nutrients. Likewise, when you consume enough water, it helps the process of digesting food in your system. This can help you avoid problems like constipation.

We hope that you keep in mind the amazing benefits of drinking a simple glass of water in the morning. There’s no excuse not too because it’s a simple and health habit that doesn’t require much effort on your part.


All cited sources were thoroughly reviewed by our team to ensure their quality, reliability, currency, and validity. The bibliography of this article was considered reliable and of academic or scientific accuracy.


  • Popkin, B. M., D’Anci, K. E., & Rosenberg, I. H. (2010). Water, hydration, and health. Nutrition Reviews. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1753-4887.2010.00304.x
  • Jéquier, E., & Constant, F. (2010). Water as an essential nutrient: The physiological basis of hydration. European Journal of Clinical Nutrition. https://doi.org/10.1038/ejcn.2009.111
  • Benelam, B., & Wyness, L. (2010). Hydration and health: A review. Nutrition Bulletin. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1467-3010.2009.01795.x
  • J Clin Diagn Res. 2013 Sep;7(9):1894-6. Effect of ‘water induced thermogenesis’ on body weight, body mass index and body composition of overweight subjects. doi: 10.7860/JCDR/2013/5862.3344. Epub 2013 Sep 10.
  • Obesity (Silver Spring). 2008 Nov;16(11):2481-8. Drinking water is associated with weight loss in overweight dieting women independent of diet and activity. doi: 10.1038/oby.2008.409. Epub 2008 Sep 11.
  • EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PHARMACEUTICALAND MEDICAL RESEARCH. (2015).SAY YES TO WARM FORREMOVE HARM: AMAZING WONDERS OF TWO STAGES OF WATER. http://www.ejpmr.com/admin/assets/article_issue/1435658742.pdf

This text is provided for informational purposes only and does not replace consultation with a professional. If in doubt, consult your specialist.